Hetzner Cloud Module by Blesta.Club - Installation Guide

Welcome, and thank you for purchasing the Hetzner Cloud Module! This guide will walk you through the installation of the module to integrate Hetzner Cloud services with Blesta. Follow these steps carefully to set up the module and start managing Hetzner Cloud resources through Blesta.

Installation Guide

1. Obtain the Module:

• Download the Hetzner Cloud Module from the download section of the client area.

2. Upload to Blesta:

• Upload the module to your Blesta modules directory:

   /var/www/html/blesta/components/modules/hetzner_cloud/

3. Install the Module:

• Log in to your Blesta admin account.
• Navigate to Settings > Modules.
• Find the Hetzner Cloud Module under the "Available" tab and click the "Install" button.

4. Configure the Module:

• After installation, navigate to Settings > Modules > Installed.
• Select "Hetzner Cloud" and input your Hetzner Cloud API token and any other required details.

5. Activate the Module:

• Ensure that the Hetzner Cloud Module is activated and ready to use for provisioning and managing cloud servers.

You're now ready to start managing Hetzner Cloud services through Blesta!

Contact Us

If you encounter any issues during the installation process or have suggestions for improving the module, please contact us. We are committed to providing ongoing updates and value customer feedback.

Hetzner Cloud Module by Blesta.Club - Update Guide

To ensure you're always using the latest version of the Hetzner Cloud Module, follow these steps to update the module in your Blesta installation.

Steps for Updating the Module

1. Download the Latest Version

• Visit the download section of the client area to obtain the latest version of the Hetzner Cloud Module.

2. Upload the Updated Module

• Upload the updated files to your Blesta installation directory, replacing the existing files:

   /var/www/html/blesta/components/modules/hetzner_cloud/

3. Update the Module in Blesta

• Log in to your Blesta admin account.
• Navigate to Settings > Modules.
• Locate the Hetzner Cloud Module in the list and click the "Upgrade" or "Update" button if available.

4. Clear Cache

• Once the files are uploaded and the module is updated, clear the Blesta cache by navigating to Settings > System and selecting "Clear Cache."

5. Verify API Settings

• After the update, verify that your API token and Hetzner Cloud API connection are functioning correctly.

Testing the Update

1. Test Mode:

   • Use the module in test mode to ensure that the updated module is functioning correctly before going live.

2. Real Transaction Testing:

   • Perform a test server provision or other service-related action to verify that the Hetzner API is handling requests correctly.

Troubleshooting Update Issues

1. File Errors:

   • Ensure that all files have been uploaded correctly and that permissions are properly set.

2. API Key Issues:

   • Verify that your API token is functioning properly after the update and that there is communication with Hetzner Cloud.

Contact Us

If you encounter any issues during the update process or have suggestions for improving the module, please reach out to us. We are dedicated to providing ongoing updates and value customer feedback.

Hetzner Cloud Module by Blesta.Club - Usage Guide

Welcome, and thank you for choosing the Hetzner Cloud Module! This guide will walk you through how to use the module to manage cloud servers and related services within Blesta.

Module Capabilities

The Hetzner Cloud Module allows you to create, manage, and monitor servers on Hetzner Cloud directly from Blesta.

Key Features

• Server Provisioning: Automatically provision servers using the Hetzner Cloud API.

• Service Management: Manage details such as IPv4, IPv6, snapshots, backups, and more from the Blesta interface.

• Real-Time Monitoring: Monitor and retrieve the status of servers, including IP address management and datacenter details.

Using the Module

Admin View

1. Configure API Keys:

   • Make sure your Hetzner Cloud API token is correctly entered in the module settings.

2. Provision Servers:

   • Once a package is created, Blesta will automatically provision servers based on the details provided through the Hetzner Cloud API.

3. Manage Services:

   • In the Blesta admin panel, you can manage the provisioned servers, including changing configurations and monitoring server statuses.

4. Monitor Logs:

   • View logs and monitor API communication in the Logs section for troubleshooting and verification.

Client View

1. Manage Cloud Servers:
   • Clients can view and manage their cloud servers directly through their Blesta client area, including monitoring network details and server statuses.

Email Tags

The following email tags are available for modules, packages, and services:

• Modules: name, api_token
• Packages: location, server_type, image, ipv4, ipv6
• Services: server_id, password, hetzner_server.public_net.ipv4.ip

Troubleshooting Common Issues

1. Server Provisioning Failure:

   • Check the API logs to ensure the API token and other credentials are configured correctly.

2. Server Status Not Updating:

   • Verify that the API connection between Blesta and Hetzner Cloud is active and functioning correctly.

Contact Us

If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for improving the module, please get in touch with us. We are committed to providing robust updates and value customer feedback.